• Doc Swinson’s Opening Act: Artist Showdown

    Five emerging Washington musicians take the stage for a live showdown in the final round of the Doc Swinson’s Opening Act Contest. Handpicked from nearly 200 submissions statewide, these finalists are playing for a coveted spot on the main stage at the 2026 Northwest Tune-Up bike + music festival. This is your chance to catch the next wave of Washington musicians—and help one earn their breakout moment. Featuring performances from: Veronica North, Wasabi Samba,...

  • Message & Medium

    We are delighted to present the annual Whatcom READS Art Challenge, in collaboration with the Bellingham & Whatcom Libraries' Whatcom READS program. Local artists embarked on a journey inspired by this year's chosen book, Solito: A Memoir by Javier Zamora. Applications to participate in the exhibition are available at alliedarts.org. We have a set of featured artists that invite you to extend the idea of the written word: Artists...

  • Double Exposure

    Voxel Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of Double Exposure, a provocative group exhibition exploring the beauty, complexity, and vulnerability of the human body. The exhibition opens with a public reception on Friday, March 6, 2026, and will be on view through March 27, 2026, at Voxel Gallery, 312 West Champion Street, Bellingham, WA. voxelgallery.com

  • Molly’s Musical Adventure Family Show

    Tickets - https://newprospecttheatre.org/event/mollys-musical-adventure/ Bob the Stage Manager has lost the script—and the show's about to start! In Molly’s Musical Adventure, you don’t just watch the show… you help steer it! Join Molly on a hilarious, interactive choose-your-own-adventure quest to track down the missing pages. You’ll pick her route, meet a cast of unforgettable characters (each with their own quirky problems and heartfelt stories), and sing along to the pop hits you love—all...

  • Molly’s Comedy Cabaret

    Big Fun. Big Vocals. Bigger Laughs. Molly’s Comedy Cabaret is a hilarious musical comedy cocktail of pop, rock, and Broadway favorites—served with a splash of camp and a whole lot of charm. Featuring powerhouse vocals, cheeky storytelling, and big laugh-out-loud moments, Molly’s Comedy Cabaret is the perfect night out for music lovers who like their hits with a twist. Tickets only $15! https://newprospecttheatre.thundertix.com/events/260975

  • Whatcom Genealogical Society March meeting

    "Tips and Tricks for using Ancestry.com" Are you getting the most out of your searches on Ancestry.com? Join us for this informative meeting where we will learn how to effectively use this wonderful resource. Doors open at 1:30pm. There are no...

  • Open Jam!

    A FREE Open Mic Style Jam Session We are so back!! Formerly known as Jam:30, Blue Room’s open mic style jam session returns Additional information: Open Jam is a free form instrumental/vocal jam session with signups by instrument. It is...

  • Runnin’ O’ the Green 5K

    Lace up your shoes and bust out your shamrock socks – it’s time to get your green on! Runnin’ O’ the Green 5K & 8K is back with a brand-new route and location: Stones Throw Brewery in Fairhaven Village! Join us for a community classic as we celebrate Bellingham’s beautiful...

  • Introduction to Sunset Moth Preservation with Mickey Alice Kwapis

    https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/introduction-to-bug-pinning-sunset-moths/ Learn how to spread and dry your own sunset moth specimen to keep. Using a rehydrated specimen ready to spread, each student will be guided through the process of flexing, posing, pinning, and drying their own moth specimen. This incredible insect, native to Madagascar, is a...